Historical Events
Guldahl's Only Title
6th US Masters Tournament, Augusta National GC: Ralph Guldahl wins his only Masters title with a tournament record 279 (−9), 1 stroke ahead of runner-up Sam Snead
Famous Birthdays
- Glen Dale [Richard Garforth], British rock guitarist (The Fortunes, 1963-66 - "You've Got Your Troubles"; "Here It Comes Again" ), born in Deal, Kent, England (d. 2019)
- Lise Thibault, 27th Lieutenant Governor of Quebec, born in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan, Quebec
Marvin Gaye (1939-1984)
American soul singer-songwriter ("It Takes Two"; What's Going On"; "Let's Get It On"), born in Washington, D.C.
Famous Weddings
Jacqueline Susann
Author Jacqueline Susann (20) weds Irving Mansfield at Har Zion Temple in Philadelphia
Died in 1939 1939 Highlights
About April 2, 1939
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 85 years and 1 month
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries
